Volkswagen Arteon vs. Audi A6
In comparing the Volkswagen Arteon to the Audi A6, the Volkswagen Arteon has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Audi A6 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Arteon versus the Audi A6, the Volkswagen Arteon is a better car than the Audi A6.
Volkswagen Arteon versus Audi A6 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Volkswagen Arteon ranges from $26,671 to $37,987 while a used Audi A6 from the same model year range is priced between $35,992 to $52,995. For a new model, the Volkswagen Arteon's price is between $41,915 and $51,698, with the Audi A6 priced between $60,183 and $74,887.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volkswagen Arteon’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Audi A6 base engine makes 261 horsepower. The Arteon is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 598 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the Audi A6 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Volkswagen Arteon has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room trunk space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi A6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Audi A6 has the better rating with a Top Safety Pick+ award compared to the Volkswagen Arteon’s Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,915 - $51,698
Used Asking Price:
$26,671 - $37,987
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$60,183 - $74,887
Used Asking Price:
$35,992 - $52,995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
58.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
SEL R-Line 4Motion, SE R-Line, SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion
Trim Levels
quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI, quattro Premium 45 TFSI
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5350 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
435 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 598 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
27.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3677 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
191.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4101 lbs
Width:
83.1 inches
Height:
57.4 inches
Length:
194.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
